Model year
2017 Jeep Compass
NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 229 complaints for the 2017 Jeep Compass (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (84), ENGINE (71), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (64). NHTSA lists 3 investigations. NHTSA rated 2 variants 4 stars overall. EPA rates it 21–26 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,600–$3,200, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2007 259 complaints
- 2008 93 complaints
- 2009 44 complaints
- 2010 71 complaints
- 2011 188 complaints
- 2012 184 complaints
- 2013 80 complaints
- 2014 307 complaints
- 2015 113 complaints
- 2016 293 complaints
- 2017 229 complaints
- 2018 946 complaints
- 2019 330 complaints
- 2020 143 complaints
- 2021 81 complaints
- 2022 225 complaints
- 2023 49 complaints
- 2024 53 complaints
- 2025 29 complaints
- 2026 5 complaints
Recalls
17V824000 · Dec 21, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: These extinguishers…
17V740000 · Nov 21, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
17V433000 · Jul 7, 2017
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles. The affected vehicles have User's Guides that contain incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, specifically, the polarity of the battery terminals are reversed in the battery terminal graphic.
17V301000 · May 9, 2017
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles equipped with a 6-speed transmission. The left front halfshaft may not be properly seated, and, as a result, it may disengage from the transmission and/or break.
Complaints
229 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 10, fire flag on 3, injury field 3, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQ17004 | Northwest Chrysler Jeep Dodge Sale Issue · POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT | Aug 18, 2017 | Nov 23, 2020 |
| EA19001 | Electrical overstress · AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE | Apr 19, 2019 | Sep 19, 2024 |
| PE19014 | Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment · SEATS; SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT | Sep 9, 2019 | Feb 25, 2026 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 4WD | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.164 | NHTSA photo |
| SUV FWD | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.185 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass FWD · 2.4L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 27 | 23 | — | — | $2,900 |
| Compass 4WD · 2.4L · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 23 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Compass 4WD · 2.4L · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 25 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| Compass 4WD · 2.4L · Manual 5-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 27 | 24 | — | — | $2,800 |
| Compass FWD · 2L · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 26 | 24 | — | — | $2,800 |
| Compass FWD · 2.4L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 28 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| Compass FWD · 2L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 30 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| New Compass 4WD · 2.4L · Automatic 9-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 30 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| New Compass 2WD · 2.4L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 31 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| New Compass 2WD · 2.4L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 32 | 26 | — | — | $2,600 |
| New Compass 4WD · 2.4L · Manual 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 31 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
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